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St. Mary's BNS requires a Bus Escort to accompany and support three pupils travelling to and from school each day. Applicants must be able to meet the transport at the pick up/drop off point which will be at St. Mary's BNS, Grotto Place Booterstown. Employment is on a part time basis for every working day of school terms, three hours per day. Candidates would ideally have experience of working with children with additional needs and be available mornings and afternoons throughout the school year. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. The hourly rate of pay is in line with the Department of Education guidelines for School Bus Escorts.
The Bus Escort position is a fixed term position Until June 27th 2025.
Applications should be made by email to the Chairperson of the Board of Management at appointments06200o@gmail.com
Please include "Bus Escort" in the subject line of the email.

Responsibilities and Duties include:

 For the safety of children when opening and closing doors prior to stop and move off.
 For safety of children for the time in which they are travelling and until they can hand over to school staff / parent / responsible person
 Assisting children on and off the bus safely
 Making sure all children are seated with appropriate straps. Harnesses secured before bus leaves the home / school
 Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at drop off point
 Maintain good relationships with parents and school staff
 Act as a liaison between Principal and / or class teacher and parents when required by the principal
 Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work
 Be aware of particular disability / medical condition of the child on the bus
 Perform any other duties relevant to the position of school bus escort which may be assigned by the Principal from time to time.
 Unless there are exceptional circumstances, the school bus escort should not to leave the bus.

Application
Applications by email only to include letter of application and CV including names and contact numbers of at least two referees, one professional and one personal.
Candidates should have experience in working with children, have an understanding of special needs and be able to deal with parents and school staff in a professional manner.
Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
Excellent attendance record is also essential.
Successful candidates are subject to Garda vetting and referee checking.